Instructional Design Model

In the four years I have been teaching I never thought of myself as a design instructor. I design my lesson plans to meet the needs of my students then I go and execute them in the classroom and that’s about it. After reading the article entitled “Why ID? The Benefits of Instructional Design Models” , I realize I was following some of the same basic features found in other ID models. I been using the same model since I started teaching:
o Pre Assessment
o Goals and Objective Aligned with the Standard Course of Study
o Delivery Method
o Evaluation
o Response Activity

I think (just my opinion) most educators don't think of themselves as design instructors. Teachers I have worked with just want to follow the pacing guide and lessons already created and not add, change, or improvise any of it. We (educators) have to start to design instruction as individuals and/or as team members to meet the needs of our students to maximize their success.

Why Design Instruction?

In these days of high stake testing, it is very important for educators to design instruction for their students. What works in one school in one state might not work as well in another school in a different state. Educators must know their students. Designed instruction is needed to create a foundation and stability.

As a teacher it is extremely difficult to teach a concept to a student who does not have a foundation in a simple arithmetic and reading. It is imperative that we as educators provide our students with the basic understanding of Math and English to build a solid foundation. With this simplistic instruction our students with have an opportunity to build a solid foundation.

Secondly stability, will give an educator a solid opportunity to meet the needs of the students. This instructional period will give the individuals involved an opportunity for growth and confidence by not changing the environment.

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